Drought Situation & EW Phase Classification
Biophysical Indicators
Rainfall subsided over January in pastoral zones while few rainy Days were recorded in agro pastoral areas. The performance is poor in merti Sub County.
Pasture condition improved in agro pastoral zones. The County Vegetation condition Index 3month (VCI) values increased from 26 (December) to 36 (January). Both sub counties recorded improved pasture condition with VCI values of 28 (isiolo north) and 48 (isiolo south).Isiolo south sub county had better pasture regeneration.
Emerging issues: conflict worsened in Kinna border with meru North, Market and Roads were closed.
Socio Economic Indicators (Impact Indicators)
Livestock body condition is stable for all species.
No mortalities related to drought. Livestock mortalities due to black quarter and blot occurred in sericho ward and Cherab ward.
Migration is Normal: Livestock have now returned to wet season grazing areas.
Crops planted are in maturity stage in agro pastoral L/zone
Average MUAC measurement is 13%.MUAC measurement declined by 3% compared to December
The county drought status is ALERT IMPROVING.